UHCL has created this webpage to keep students, faculty and staff informed. If you
have questions about specific situations, you may email them to harvey2017@uhcl.edu. We are monitoring this email account and will forward your inquiry to the appropriate
individuals. Please note that while the university is closed responses might be slightly
delayed.

Enrollment and Financial Aid

The university has several different ways a student can apply for emergency assistance.

Dean of Students Emergency Loan

The Emergency Loan is for students currently enrolled for the fall 2017 semester and
were affected by Hurricane Harvey. Students may be eligible to receive assistance
either through a short term tuition loan or loan for school supplies. The tuition
loan will only cover 25 percent of a student’s tuition/fee bill, which is the initial
payment for the Short Term Loan. This will allow the student to stay enrolled and
will allow them some time to arrange repayment with Student Business Services. The
normal $15 fee for the tuition loan is being waived. Students may also request a school
supply loan up to $500. Those applying may only choose one of these options. The request
form can be found at https://uhcl.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aVoRphg2M8eM2BT and any questions should be submitted to Deanofstudents@uhcl.edu. If approval is granted for either loan option, the student will have to visit the
Student Business Services Office (Student Services and Classroom Building, 1.103)
to make final arrangements.

Special Circumstances Form

This is for students who have experienced a loss of employment, increased medical
costs, or the death of a wage earner. They should complete the Special Circumstances Form. The completed form along with supporting documentation should be submitted to the
Office of Financial Aid.

Financial Aid Disaster Consideration Form

This specific form is for students who have experienced extreme loss due to a natural
disaster, i.e. house, car, etc. If this is the case, students will need to complete
the Financial Aid Disaster Consideration Form. The completed form along with any, and all necessary documentation should be submitted
to the Office of Financial Aid. The Office of Financial Aid and the Dean of Students
Office will coordinate this process. Students will be reviewed for additional financial
aid and the Hawk Emergency Fund.

Yes, you can enroll through Sept. 8 for the first 8-week session and through Sept.
13 for classes offered in the second 8-week session or classes offered over the 15-week
term. We will not be charging a late registration fee. (Note: If you were charged
a late registration fee, that fee will be waived prior to the Sept. 14 fee payment
deadline.)

UHCL will have staff available in the Bayou Building’s Garden Room on Tuesday, Sept.
5, 1 p.m. -- 7 p.m., and Wednesday, Sept. 6, and Thursday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.,
to assist you. Staff from the Academic Advising Offices, Office of Financial Aid,
Office of Veteran Services, Student Assistance Center, Office of the Dean of Students,
and Office of Student Business Services will be available to assist students and give
financial advice to aid in student decision making. No appointment is needed. If you
are unable to make it to UHCL, email EnrollmentMgmt@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3068.

UHCL continues to offer two payment plan options. It is the Installment Pay Plan Option
and the Short Term Loan Pay Plan Option. Given the unfortunate circumstances caused
by Hurricane Harvey, the published terms and conditions of Installment Payment Plan
is being waived for the Fall 2017 semester.

Any student who choose the Installment Pay Plan option, will be required to pay the
initial 25 percent plus the $15 installment fee by Sept. 14, 6 p.m. However, the
second and the third installment payment will be due at the same time as the fourth
installment, Nov. 6. In summary, your tuition and fees outstanding balance is due
on or before Monday Nov. 6, 2017 6 p.m.

** Please note, the due dates for the second and third installments will still reflect
the original dates when you select this plan.

UHCL will have staff available in the Bayou Building’s Garden Room on Tuesday, Sept.
5, 1 p.m. -- 7 p.m., and Wednesday, Sept. 6, and Thursday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.,
to assist you. Staff from the Academic Advising Offices, Office of Financial Aid,
Office of Veteran Services, Student Assistance Center, Office of the Dean of Students,
and Office of Student Business Services will be available to assist students and give
financial advice to aid in student decision making. No appointment is needed. If you
are unable to make it to UHCL, email EnrollmentMgmt@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3068.

Donations and Volunteer Opportunities

#UHCLStrong – Hawk Emergency Fund. This is a priority fund that will be used to support
UHCL students who have been displaced or face hardships because of Harvey. To support
this initiative, visithttps://giving.uh.edu/uhcl/. Click on the Top Funds tab. From the dropdown menu above "Enter amount," select
Hawk Emergency Fund. Then type the amount you wish to donate.

Bookstore

A full refund will be given in your original form of payment if textbooks are returned
during the first week of classes with original receipt (Sept. 9).

With proof of a schedule change and original receipt, a full refund will be given
in your original form of payment during the first 30 days of class.

If a student completely withdraws from the university anytime in the fall semester,
the student can return the books with the original receipt and documentation showing
the withdrawal. Books must be in the original condition. If books came with download
or verification codes, the codes cannot be used. If the books were in shrink-wrapped
packaging, the books must be unopened for return.

No refunds will be given on unwrapped loose-leaf books or shrink-wrapped titles, which
do not have the wrapping intact. No refunds will be given on Digital Content once
accessed. Textbooks must be in original condition. No refunds or exchanges will be
given without an original receipt.

Other Questions

If you don’t find the information you need in this FAQ, you can send an inquiry to
harvey2017@uhcl.edu. We are monitoring this email account and will forward your inquiry to the appropriate
individuals. Please note that while the university is closed responses might be slightly
delayed.

Donate

Financial contributions can be made to the following entities:

#UHCLStrong – Hawk Emergency Fund. This is a priority fund that will be used to support
UHCL students who have been displaced or face hardships because of Harvey. To support
this initiative, visithttps://giving.uh.edu/uhcl/, and select “Hawk Emergency Fund“ from the drop down box under Gift Information.

Transportation to Campus

Disaster Recovery Centers

Disaster recovery centers offer in-person support to individuals and businesses in
39 counties included in the Texas federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Harvey
and the subsequent floods.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, and the U.S. Small Business Administration
as well as other state organizations and agencies are available at the center to discuss
available assistance and to provide help to those needing guidance in filing applications.